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About Us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

About Cognizant’s IoT Practice:

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things—but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced **Aveva PI Consultant** with over 6 **years of expertise** in the AVEVA PI software suite. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills in PI infrastructure implementation, upgrades, and PI-MES integration, along with experience in developing custom solutions and managing complex projects across diverse domains.

Key Responsibilities

+ Design, configure, develop, test, and deploy real-time data solutions using AVEVA PI and CONNECT or equivalent data hubs.

+ Perform PI infrastructure implementation, upgrades, and PI-MES integration.

+ Conduct MES equipment assessments for integration with Aveva PI and other L2/L3 systems.

+ Develop real-time data management system solutions and advanced analytics.

+ Configure and test PI Data Historian components, including:

+ PI AF Analytics, PI Notifications, PI Event Frames, PI RtReports

+ PI Interfaces (OPC DA/UA, RDBMS, PI to PI)

+ PI Adapters and connectors

+ Create PI-based dashboards (PI Vision/ProcessBook).

+ Manage documentation and provide detailed end-to-end solution reports.

+ Collaborate with customers and stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.

+ Define roadmaps and ensure timely delivery of complex, high-impact projects.

Required Qualifications

+ Minimum **6+ years of experience** with AVEVA PI software suite.

+ Hands-on expertise in PI infrastructure implementation, upgrades, and PI-MES integration.

+ Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure, data hubs, and data lakes (CONNECT Data Services preferred).

+ Proficiency in developing custom interfaces and solutions using **C#** and **Python** .

+ Familiarity with data visualization tools such as **Tableau** and **Power BI** .

+ Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

+ Knowledge of building systems and facility layouts.

+ Experience in Energy, Manufacturing, and Life Sciences domains.

+ Programming skills: **C#, Python, .NET, SSIS, API/Adapter calls, SQL** .

+ PI System accreditation/certification from OSIsoft/Aveva.

+ AWS/Azure certifications (optional).

Additional Attributes

+ Self-motivated with the ability to learn quickly and independently.

+ Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills.

+ Ability to take ownership of projects with minimal supervision.

**Compensation:** - $90,000 to $115,000 +/- and this position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Application will be accepted by 2/07/2026

**Benefits** : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.